This is a significant, newly created role, within a membership organisation managing high profile issues with a strong public interest.  The Public Affairs Manager will lead on engagement with key stakeholders from government departments, politicians, third parties, think tanks and consumer campaigners.

• Take responsibility for identifying and handling potential reputational challenges for the industry.
• Manage the organisation/industry’s public affairs programme to deliver clear results – delivering a high profile events programme supporting the broader strategy,
• A strong strategic mind-set is required for this role along with the ability to demonstrate an exceptional understanding of how political/stakeholder engagement in with the campaigning ethos, which sits at the heart of the organisation.
• Work closely with the Communications Manager to design and deliver campaigns that will positively impact the reputation of the industry.
• Working alongside the Communications Manager, the Public Affairs Manager will lead on specific campaigns and projects.
• Demonstrate outstanding stakeholder engagement expertise. This role will lead on developing relationships with government, regulators, consumer groups and other key stakeholders.